1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 185 kg more than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 250 GT | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 48 L |
